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Even though everything that happened today was the result of his own choices, Colin couldn't help but feel that his humiliation was somehow tied to the woman standing beside him.And yet, he had no proof. Every time he looked into Aspen's eyes, he couldn't find a trace of scheming within them. He could only grit his teeth and swallow the disgrace in silence.He gave Rebecca a casual smile and spoke as if nothing had happened. "Just a minor hiccup. Gwen acted out of line; I'm sorry for the spectacle.""If she acts out at home, that's one thing. But don't bring her out only to have her act so foolishly in public. Everyone here has a reputation to uphold," Rebecca replied pointedly, then turned and walked away.After all, it was still someone else's family matter. Even if she had her opinions, there wasn't much she could say. It wouldn't be appropriate to affect the couple's relationship.In wealthy circles, feelings were never the priority—benefits always came first. While they all
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"This is my business card. If you really end up without a home, I wouldn't mind taking you in."Jay then shoved his card directly into Aspen's hand. His behavior was utterly inappropriate and offensive.Given his status and upbringing, he should never have acted this way, especially considering Aspen wasn't attending the banquet under her own name. She was here as Colin's wife, carrying the title of Mrs. Fuller.In other words, what Jay did wasn't just a slap to Aspen's face—it was a slap to Colin and to the entire Fuller Group. If Aspen tolerated this humiliation without pushing back, it would only drag Fuller Group's reputation through the mud.Everyone present was sharp and experienced. Many of them had been eyeing Aspen with similar intentions. Jay was nothing more than the sacrificial pawn sent to test the waters.Now, all eyes were on Aspen, waiting to see how she would respond.Aspen didn't flinch, nor did her expression change in the slightest.She simply smiled gently,
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"With this soft skin and fair complexion of mine, how exactly do I look like a frozen brick? But you—what, it's only been a few days, and your fighting power's leveled up again?" Aren looked at the glowing Aspen and felt a wave of satisfaction.This was the Aspen he knew. She was always meant to shine like this—radiant and brilliant, just like she was now.Noticing Aren staring at her, Aspen smiled and asked, "How did things go on your end? Smoothly, I hope?""With your help? Of course it went smoothly," Aren answered honestly.If it hadn't been for Aspen's clever plan to buy him time, there was no way the collaboration talk would have gone so well.Hearing that, Aspen immediately waved off any credit. "I didn't help with anything! That was all your own skills, and it had nothing to do with me!"As she spoke, she couldn't help but burst into laughter.At that moment, music began to play in the banquet hall. Aren reached out a hand. "May I have this dance, beautiful lady?""Of
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"Yes, Aspen Nicholls is my wife. So show some respect," Colin said coldly with a snort.Aren didn't get angry. He simply shrugged and smiled. "Well, what a coincidence. She's my junior from university, and I thought she didn't have a husband. That's why I was being polite and invited her to dance. Now that you're here, I suppose my job here is done."He had already gotten everything he came for, so there was no need to stir up conflict with Colin now. Besides, in a setting like this, the only people who lost control were the ones without class.The crowd began whispering and pointing at Colin. Though no one spoke directly, their body language, expressions, and eyes had already nailed him to a pillar of shame.Colin could feel the scorn radiating from all sides, and it made his blood boil. He channeled all that rage toward Aspen."You really couldn't stand being lonely for a minute, could you?""I'm sorry, honey." Aspen lowered her eyes. Her voice was soft and full of pitiful rest
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Colin didn't say anything out loud, but the look in his eyes and the expression on his face made his thoughts painfully clear. It made Aspen feel so disgusted, she nearly threw up. She shoved Colin off her before letting out a cold snort and walked away with long, determined strides.She had already gotten everything she wanted tonight. There was no reason to keep pretending with these people, especially with someone as revolting as Colin still around.Things had already blown up enough for the evening. Given the chaos, her leaving now was perfectly reasonable. So she walked out of the banquet hall without hesitation.Riley stood by the door, his expression slightly complicated as he watched Colin. After a moment, he cautiously asked, "Mr. Fuller, maybe we should head to the hospital first?""Hmm."Colin's wound was still bleeding, so it was indeed time to get it treated.Once they were in the car, Riley reported on the situation with Jay. He chose his words very carefully, mak
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"Why didn't you take me home?"Aspen looked at the unfamiliar villa in front of her and frowned slightly, feeling a bit flustered.It was the middle of the night, and it was just the two of them. If someone with bad intentions caught them on camera, what would she do?"You forgot that I work in tech," Aren said, easily reading the worry in her expression. "Don't worry; no one's taking photos around here. I know things between you and Colin are a mess right now. So I figured you wouldn't really want to go back and face him.""Yeah... Thank you."Aspen thought for a while and realized that, aside from saying thank you, she really didn't have much else to offer. She looked at Aren, feeling a little embarrassed, and said in a small voice, "I feel like I've been saying thank you nonstop. I'm sorry.""You don't need to feel sorry," Aren said with a smile. "And you definitely don't need to thank me. I'm an adult—I can take responsibility for my own choices."Once they stepped inside,
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Seeing Aspen so full of energy and purpose, Aren was instantly drawn in.It had been a long, long time since he had seen her like this. As she stared at the laptop screen, her eyes sparkled with determination, like someone ready to conquer anything in her path.Aren had only ever seen this version of Aspen back in university. The years she had spent in that marriage with Colin had completely worn away every bit of her brilliance.Just thinking about it made Aren furious. His brows furrowed tightly and he mentally cursed Colin over and over again.After working for a while, Aspen finally spoke up. "All right, I'm heading back.""Back? Back where?" Aren asked."To the Fuller residence." Aspen packed up the USB drive and raised an eyebrow at him. She added, "That's just the kind of person I am. When I want something, I'll do whatever it takes to get it."If she hadn't been pushed this far, Aspen would never have known this side of her existed. Now, she even felt a twinge of regret—
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"You really think this whole playing-hard-to-get act will make me want you?" Colin's eyes burned with fury as he tightened his grip around Aspen's neck.It was the first time Aspen had ever seen him so emotionally unhinged in front of her. Before, he had always been cold and detached, as if he didn't have emotions at all. However, Aspen knew better—he wasn't calm. He just never cared enough to show anything to her. Looking at him now, so overwhelmed and out of control, Aspen found it ridiculous.She didn't panic even when he had his hand around her throat. Instead, she grabbed his wrists tightly and said, "Colin, do you know something? Sometimes I honestly wish you would kill me. At least if I was dead, I wouldn't have to feel all this pain anymore.""You…" Colin stared at her in slight disbelief. She was so close, and yet it felt like he didn't know her at all.She had already stolen the spotlight at the banquet earlier. But now, as they stood face to face, she was even more stu
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Colin opened his eyes and looked at the steaming bowl of soup, but not a single trace of appetite stirred within him. He muttered, "I'm not hungry. You should have it instead.""Colin, just have a little." Gwyneth persuaded him gently, lifting a spoonful and holding it near his lips. "It's good for your stomach."Colin glanced at her, and seeing the tenderness in her face, something inside him softened. He parted his lips and took a sip. The soup was mild, with a slight sweetness, but it tasted dull and lifeless to him."Aspen's cooking was better," he murmured under his breath.Gwyneth's face froze, and her hand trembled—she almost dropped the spoon. She forced a calm tone while rage surged beneath her skin, asking, "What did you just say?""Nothing," Colin said quickly, realizing his slip-up. "The soup's good. Really."Gwyneth said nothing, continuing to feed him spoonful by spoonful, though her jaw was tight and her smile had vanished. She felt intensely uncomfortable. In no
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Gwyneth stood at the doorway, eyeing Colin's drunken state with a flash of irritation—but it vanished just as quickly, replaced by a gentle smile. She said in a sweet voice, "Colin, it's me. Why are you drinking so much again? Didn't the doctor say your stomach can't handle it?"The light in Colin's eyes dimmed. He looked at her and gave a bitter, mocking smile. "You're back."He set down the glass and stumbled to the couch, collapsing onto it with a heavy sigh.Gwyneth walked over and sat beside him, reaching out to massage his temples. She asked, "Colin, something's bothering you, isn't it? You can talk to me."Colin brushed her hand away, the edge in his tone unmistakable. "I'm fine. You don't have to worry about me." He closed his eyes and leaned back against the couch, shutting himself off. Gwyneth's hand hung in the air for a moment before she slowly lowered it, her smile faltering.She took a deep breath and forced her voice to stay sweet. "Colin, I know things have bee
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Colin's expression grew darker. He hadn't expected that, in just a few days of being hospitalized, his company would fall into such chaos. He paced back and forth in the room, seething with frustration. Deep down, he couldn't shake the feeling that Aspen had something to do with all of this.That night, when Colin returned home, he found Gwyneth lounging on the couch, watching TV."Colin, you're back," Gwyneth said, rising to greet him. Her voice was laced with concern. "How are you feeling today? Any better?""I'm fine," Colin replied blandly. His mind was consumed with company issues, and he had no patience left for small talk."I heard about some things at the office today..." Gwyneth began carefully, testing the waters. "Sounds like things aren't going too well.""Yeah," Colin muttered, barely listening. "I heard Aspen's behind it," Gwyneth added in a cautious tone. "She and Aren are working together, trying to drive Fuller Group out of the market."Colin's eyes darkened
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On the weekend, Aren took Aspen to the cemetery to visit Sophie's grave. Aspen crouched in front of the tombstone, gently caressing the photo on it as tears streamed down her face. "Sophie, Mommy's here to see you."Aren stood nearby, silently watching her with a heart full of sympathy. He gently wrapped his arm around her shoulders, offering wordless comfort. The two stayed at the cemetery for a long time, only reluctantly leaving as the sun began to set.On their way home, they passed by the hospital and happened to see Colin and Gwyneth walking in the corridor. Although Colin's face was still somewhat pale, his spirits had improved greatly. Gwyneth nestled close to him, and the two looked very intimate.Aspen felt a mix of emotions seeing this scene. She wasn't sure whether she felt sadness or acceptance. Aren noticed the change in Aspen's mood and squeezed her hand tightly.Colin also spotted Aspen and Aren. He paused for a moment as a strange sense of bitterness welled u
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"What rumors?" Colin frowned and asked."Well, they're saying... They're saying you might not have much time left," James stuttered.Colin shouted angrily, "That's absolute nonsense! I'm perfectly fine!"James replied, "That's good, then. But for the company's stability, you should return to take charge as soon as possible."Colin said, "I understand. I'll be back soon."Colin's face turned ashen with rage as he threw his phone across the room. He wondered who would dare spread such rumors about him at the company....Colin lay in his hospital bed, staring at the ceiling in boredom. The company matters were like a tangled mess, making him restless and irritable. Gwyneth sat beside the bed, peeling an apple while making small talk with him from time to time."Colin, you've been lying here for several days now. When will you be discharged?" Gwyneth's voice was soft and gentle, tickling Colin's heart like a feather."The doctor says they need to observe me for a few more days,
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Gwyneth asked, "Colin, what's wrong? You never treated me like this before. Why are you being so harsh with me now?"Colin said, "Go home and get some rest. Stop bothering me." Gwyneth's tears burst forth. She hadn't expected Colin to be so cold-hearted. She ran out of the hospital room crying.Riley watched Gwyneth's retreating figure and sighed. He walked to Colin's bedside and said, "Mr. Fuller, please calm down. Ms. Sanders is just concerned about you."Colin felt hungry but had no appetite, which only fueled his anger. He shouted, "You get out too! I don't want to see you!"Riley couldn't help but roll his eyes. He had worked for Colin for so many years with little appreciation but plenty of hard work, yet Colin treated him this way. It was truly disheartening. He said, "Alright, I'll go. Get some rest."Then, he turned and walked out of the hospital room, gently closing the door behind him.Colin lay in his hospital bed, listening to the sound of the closing door. He fe
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"I'm tired and need to rest." Colin closed his eyes, effectively dismissing her.Seeing this, Gwyneth had no choice but to wipe her tears and leave the hospital room, looking back several times as she went.By the time Riley returned to the room, Gwyneth had already left. He looked at Colin lying in the hospital bed and secretly lamented his situation. The company matters were already keeping him busy enough, and now he had to take care of this demanding boss. His luck couldn't get any worse."Riley, where did you go? Why did it take you so long to come back?" Colin opened his eyes and asked as he looked at Riley. Riley placed the takeout porridge on the bedside table. "I went to buy you something to eat. The doctor said you can't have solid food, so I bought you some soup."Colin glanced at the bowl of porridge and frowned. "I'm not eating this. It's full of artificial seasoning and tastes terrible.""What would you like to eat, then? I'll buy it for you," Riley asked patient
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Aspen watched Aren's gentle manner and felt a warmth surge in her heart. She thought how wonderful it would have been if she had met Aren earlier. But this world had no room for "what ifs"—only results and consequences. All she could do now was cherish the person before her and build a good life with him.After they finished shopping, they returned home. Aren went straight to the kitchen to cook. Aspen sat on the living room couch, watching him work busily, her heart filled with happiness. She thought to herself that simply being with Aren like this, living a quiet, ordinary life together from time to time, was truly wonderful....Colin returned home and felt irritated at the sight of his cold, empty rooms. He remembered how clean and tidy the house had always been when Aspen was there. But now, it was cold and lifeless.He sat on the couch and questioned his current situation for the first time. He began to wonder whether his choice to be with Gwyneth had been right or wrong.
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Colin remembered how good Aspen used to be and all the things she had done around the house. He suddenly sat up, feeling that he couldn't go on like this anymore. When he saw the empty space beside him on the bed, he realized that she was truly gone. Colin fell back onto the bed in defeat as tears slid down his face. He suddenly felt ridiculous—he had pushed Aspen away with his own hands, so what right did he have to try to win her back now?...Meanwhile, Aspen was busy in the kitchen. She was experimenting with new recipes, wanting to make something special for Aren.Aren leaned against the kitchen doorframe, watching Aspen work, his heart filled with warmth. He asked softly, "Pen, what are you making?""I'm trying out some new recipes," Aspen replied without turning around. "I want to make something delicious for you.""You don't need to put in that much effort," Aren said, walking to Aspen's side, almost reaching out to hug her before pulling his hand back. "I'd be fine wi
